Product Description
ARS-G514 - UHF Double Male Barrel Coaxial Adapter – PL-259 to PL-259
The UHF Double Male Barrel Coaxial Adapter is a straight-through RF coaxial adapter featuring two UHF Male (PL-259) connectors back-to-back. It provides a simple and reliable way to connect two components equipped with UHF Female (SO-239) jacks and can also be used as a convenient gender-changing adapter in a variety of RF applications.
Designed for traditional UHF-style coaxial connections, this adapter is commonly used with two-way radio, amateur (ham) radio, CB radio, marine communications, antenna systems, RF equipment, and legacy test equipment. Its compact barrel design makes it particularly useful when joining two coaxial cables or components that terminate in UHF female connections.
Key Features
- UHF Male to UHF Male (PL-259 to PL-259)
- Connects two UHF Female (SO-239) jacks
- Functions as a UHF gender changer and coaxial coupler
- Straight-through barrel configuration
- Rugged metal construction for dependable service
- Nickel-plated or silver-plated brass construction for durability and corrosion resistance
- Designed for 50-ohm RF systems
- Ideal for HF, VHF and lower-UHF applications
- Reusable and easy to install
- Compact design is convenient for equipment interconnections and cable extensions
Typical Applications
The UHF Double Male Barrel is useful for:
- Amateur / Ham Radio
- CB Radio
- Mobile and base-station radio systems
- Marine communications
- Antenna and coaxial cable connections
- RF equipment interconnection
- RF test benches and legacy test equipment
- Connecting two coaxial cables with UHF female ends
- Converting a UHF female connection to a UHF male connection
Typical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | UHF Male to UHF Male |
| Connector Style | PL-259 to PL-259 |
| Impedance | 50-Ohm - Non-constant impedance |
| Body Material | Nickel-plated brass alloy |
| Center Contact | Gold-plated brass alloy |
| Insulator | Delrin |
| Configuration | Straight double-male barrel |
| RF Power Rating | Approximately ~ 500W |
| Typical Frequency Use | HF, VHF and lower UHF |
| Typical Effective Range | DC to < 500 MHz |
Simple, Reliable UHF Interconnection
Whether you need to connect two coaxial components with SO-239 female jacks, join two jumper cables, or change the gender of a UHF connection, the UHF Double Male Barrel provides a straightforward solution. The threaded PL-259 interfaces provide a secure mechanical connection, while the rugged plated-brass construction is suited for repeated use in radio and RF environments.
Note: UHF connectors are not constant-impedance connectors and are generally intended for lower-frequency RF applications. Performance can vary with frequency, cable, equipment and adapter construction. For high-frequency or microwave applications such as Wi-Fi or LTE, a purpose-built constant-impedance RF connector system is recommended.
